4-year UG classes begin in PU colleges
No toll for pvt vehicles, firm action on crime: CM
ED files prosecution complaint in PMCH drug purchase case
438 held daily in anti-liquor drive in June
Toll extortion racket: 4 SAP personnel held
Lalus biography found on garbage heap; Rohini alleges conspiracy, seeks probe
TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha backs PK in Bankipur bypoll
Samrat welcomes Oxford-Mithila institute tie-up
Dengue cases drop as surveillance stepped up
CM convenes meeting of all five NDA partners on July 10
Munger youth arrested over suspected cross-border links
Kosi, Gandak on watch as Nepal rain raises flood fears
Minor rescued from hotel, 11 arrested; case registered
Patient care hit as PMCH junior doctors, nurses spar
Bankipur bypoll: Abhishek Kumar is BJP candidate
Court to hear bail petitions of Khan Sir, 2 guards today again
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Muzaffarpur womans body exhumed over complaint of murder by in-laws
BJP Names Abhishek Kumar As Candidate For Bihar's Bankipur Bypoll
The announcement was made through a statement released by the BJP National General Secretary and headquarters in-charge, Arun Singh.
BJP fields Abhishek Kumar for Bankipur byelection in Bihar
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor is also in the race, while RJD has fielded Rekha Gupta
Bihar: Ukrainian woman arrested near Nepal border for illegally residing in India
An official complaint has been lodged against the woman at Harpur police station near the Indo-Nepal border
Name any car that faced issues due to ethanol-blended petrol: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari challenged critics to name any car facing issues with E20 petrol. He stated that India's fossil fuel dependence is an economic and environmental burden. Higher ethanol blends reduce reliance on imported crude oil and cut carbon emissions. Ethanol production from corn has generated significant income for farmers in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The ministry is proposing wider use of alternative fuels like E85 and E100.
A different approach to the caste census | Explained
What have the Bihar caste survey and Telanganas 2025 caste survey revealed? How is a social management approach different from top-down welfare models? Would a caste census deepen social divide and undermine national unity? What about democratic accountability?
Reviving the lostPatnaKalam: How Bihar is bringing back the lost art that captured everyday India
Bihar is seeing renewed interest in the nearly forgotten 18th-century art form, in which Mughal miniature met European naturalism
Bihar Police ASI Admit Card 2026 released, download hall ticket for July 22 exam here
BPSSC has released the Bihar Police ASI Operation Admit Card 2026 for the preliminary examination scheduled on July 22, 2026. Candidates who applied for the Assistant Sub-Inspector (Operation) posts can download their e-admit card from the official website using their registration ID or registered mobile number and Date of Birth. The recruitment process is being conducted for 462 vacancies in Bihar Police Radio (Wireless) under advertisement number 04/2026.
Bihar NDA leaders differ on alleged police encounter of youth Bharat Bhushan Tiwari
Bharat Bhushan Tiwari (28) a resident of Bilauti village of Bhojpur district in Bihar was killed in an alleged police encounter on June 17 at his village
Pilgrims who come to Kashmir for their faith should be treated with respect, care: Mirwaiz
Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Dr. Moulvi Mohammad Umar Farooq, while interacting with the media after inaugurating an educational consultancy initiative at Lal Chowk, spoke on the Amarnath Yatra, the recent ban on books, and the need for India-Pakistan dialogue. On the Amarnath Yatra, Mirwaiz said that it is a religious pilgrimage, and the people of Kashmir have always respected the religious sentiments of all communities. He said Kashmir has a long tradition of hospitality and mehmaan-nawazi, and pilgrims who come here for their faith should be treated with respect and care. At the same time, Mirwaiz said it is the responsibility of the administration to ensure the safety and proper facilities for the yatris, while also making sure that the daily life of local people is not unnecessarily disrupted and that the fragile environment of Kashmir is protected. He said such religious occasions should not be politicised, and should remain about faith, peace, mutual respect and harmony among communities. He expressed hope that the Yatra passes peacefully and safely. Responding to a question on the governments ban on books, Mirwaiz said that in a democratic society bans do not work, whether they are bans on books, ideas or organisations. He said Kashmir has a 5000 year old rich and layered history . Mirwaiz said Kashmiris are proud of their civilisational legacy, from the Buddhist period to Shaivism and Hindu traditions, and then the Islamic period, which shaped Kashmirs spiritual, social and cultural identity. He said that after 1947, Jammu and Kashmir also became a political issue, and this too is part of its modern history. You cannot erase history or selectively project only that part of history which suits a particular narrative, Mirwaiz said, adding that societies grow through openness, discussion and engagement, not by suppressing books or silencing perspectives. And facts remain facts . On India-Pakistan relations, Mirwaiz said that since the age of 16, after the martyrdom of his father Shaheed-e-Millat Mirwaiz Molvi Mohammad Farooq, he has invested his life in the pursuit of peace, dialogue and resolution of Kashmir issue and that is the politics he pursues. He said that he supported dialogue even at a time when those advocating talks were accused of treason. We did not back down. My uncle shaheed Molvi Mushtaq was killed, Islamia school was burnt down , my house was attacked, but I did not give up on my principle even then that dialogue is the only way forward, he said. Mirwaiz said that as a new world order is shaping up, it is clear that war is no solution. He welcomed the efforts of civil society voices from India, Pakistan and Jammu and Kashmir who are pushing for peace and engagement between the two countries. He said the legacy of dialogue during the tenures of former Prime Ministers Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Dr. Manmohan Singh needs to be revived and taken forward. He stressed that meaningful dialogue is imperative between Delhi and Islamabad, and equally between Delhi and Srinagar, for peace, dignity and a just resolution.
Continue struggle, lotus will soon bloom in J&K too: BJP president to party cadre
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin exuded confidence on Monday that the party, with persistent struggle of its cadre, would be able to replicate its success template of other states in Jammu and Kashmir also and form its (own) government (in UT). Lotus will bloom in Jammu and Kashmir also. The day is not far off, he asserted, while sharing a cue to make it happen. BJP president was addressing Karyakarta Sammelan and public rally organised to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee at Majestic Grand, Mishriwala, in the Jammu outskirts as his first major engagement during his two-day visit to Jammu, commencing July 6, 2026. Nitin Nabin asked the J&K party leadership and workers to continue the work of maintaining good rapport with the people on ground, by keeping all channels of communication open. We have worked in service of the nation wholeheartedly to create a niche in the hearts and minds of the people of this great nation. We are connected to the people on ground. In this backdrop, the way we (BJP) are getting success in different states of the country, you too continue your hard work and struggle. Continue work to establish direct communication with the people and take central welfare schemes to them (people) with unflinching commitment. The day is not far off when the BJP will form its own government in J&K, he stated. This was his first visit to J&K after taking over as BJP national president in January this year. Nabin recalled that it was not very long ago when the people used to be afraid of visiting J&K due to security concerns. Scenario changed after Narendra Modi took over as the Prime Minister, he said. As and when the situation emerged, he (PM) fulfilled his commitment for the security of J&K with accountability. Few months ago, in the Kashmir valley, our innocent citizens were killed, PM Modi gave a stern reply to Pakistan through Operation Sindoor, conveying the message that it was new India. For our (central) government, the security of every citizen of the country is paramount, BJP president stated. He exhorted the party workers to work harder for the growth and prosperity of J&K, as envisioned by Dr Mookerjee, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay and former Prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Im confident that when Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 will be realised, Viksit J&K will be an intrinsic part of this growth story. We have worked in service of the nation wholeheartedly to create a niche in the hearts and minds of the people of this great nation, Nabin said. BJP president, however, cautioned that the partys challenges did not end with its expansion. Our challenges and our struggle have increased manifold. Remember the coming years will be full of struggle, leaving no room for complacency. Our senior party leaders in the past struggled a lot and made a monumental contribution to the expansion of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he said. In the same breath, he asked, The partys present crop of young leaders also needs to contribute its bit and give further momentum to the growth of the party. We will have to establish direct communication with the people to bolster BJP so as to be able to realise the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Rlys to introduce drone surveillance at major stations
PU colleges hold induction meet for newcomers
AI , Gaya backup centre planned for Dial-112
Special prayer, religious ceremonies mark Dalai Lamas 91st birthday
Light showers expose dug-up roads, commuters get exposed to dangers
RJD names Rekha Gupta for high-stakes Bankipur byelection
VIB records sixfold jump in convictions, says DG
Road blocked in Buxar after workers death
Mathematical modelling key to disease control: IIT-P director
Orientation for Bihar MLAs to be held in Gaya from July 11
Patna HC introduces grievance redressal system for dist courts
Samastipurs 56-yr-old Tuntuniya RoB till Aug 15 for repair work
Centre clears 9 urban projects worth Rs 427 crore for Buxar
Every dist HQ to get park, road named after Mookerjee: CM
Separate electorate for SCs, STs needed, says Union minister Manjhi
Man kills wife at in-laws house in Muzaffarpur
Labourer from Bihar arrested for murdering woman in Bengaluru
JD(U) unfazed by PKs entry in Bankipur battle
Flood, drought preparedness reviewed in Buxar district
Bhagalpur administration reviews preparations for Shrawani Mela
Bihar's Gunjan Kumar, despite battling a collapsed lung and severe vision impairment, achieved OBC Category Rank 50 in JEE Advanced 2026, securing a Computer Science seat at IIT Delhi. His remarkable journey was powered by his mother, who diligently attended his online classes and prepared handwritten notes during his months-long recovery, ensuring his studies continued uninterrupted. This inspiring story highlights the profound impact of family support in overcoming academic challenges.
Bihar Board of Open Schooling and Examination (BBOSE) has announced the Class 10 and 12 June 2026 exam schedule. Theory exams commence July 30, with practicals starting July 25. Both theory and practicals will be held in two shifts daily. Students are urged to reach centers early and adhere to all board instructions for a smooth examination process.
For centuries, India's ancient banyan trees were shrouded in myth, but a recent discovery in Bihar has scientifically confirmed the age of a Munger banyan at approximately 700 years. This makes it the world's oldest accurately dated banyan, predating even nearby historic structures. Researchers used AMS radiocarbon dating to verify its age, offering a compelling reason for travellers to explore this lesser-known heritage destination.
In addition to families in India, support under the humanitarian rehabilitation package also reached the family of the deceased worker in Sri Lanka Daughter of deceased worker from Mau, Uttar Pradesh, was offered support to pursue nursing and future job opportunity in the UAE The Rs. 2.6 crore humanitarian relief package announced by UAE-Based Indian entrepreneur Dr Shamsheer Vayalil for families affected by Dubai’s Emirates Road tragedy has reached the homes of deceased workers in India’s Telangana and Uttar Pradesh. Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil’s representatives hand over support to the parents of late Thirupathi Gollapally in Telangana The relief initiative follows a road accident that occurred in Dubai in June, when a minibus carrying workers collided with a stationary truck, leaving seven dead and nine injured. The victims were later identified as migrant workers, and the accident prompted grief and support efforts across the UAE and India. Family of late Abdul Rasheed at their home in Kopaganj, Uttar Pradesh Representatives from Dr. Shamsheer’s office visited the families of the six Indian workers who died in the accident. They traveled across rural Telangana and Uttar Pradesh to meet the bereaved families, convey their condolences and support, and hand over the financial assistance. A representative also visited the family of the Sri Lankan worker who lost his life in the accident. Under the humanitarian recovery program, the family of each deceased worker is receiving Rs. 26 lakh. Further education support for children from the affected families is being assessed and will be coordinated directly with the families. Support Reaches Rural homes in Telangana The three workers from Telangana were Saleem Sayyed Hussain, 51, from Namilikonda in Jagitial district, Abdul Rafiq Abdul Raheem, 37, from Kaddam in Nirmal district, and Thirupathi Gollapally Chandraiah, 23, from Thakkallapalle in Jagitial district. Saleem is survived by his wife, Sayyad Goreebee, and three children. Family members said he had gone to the UAE around two-and-a-half months ago to build a better home and support his children’s education. One of his children has health-related challenges, while marriage discussions had begun for his elder daughter. Thirupathi’s parents spoke about the hopes they had placed in their son, who had gone to the UAE for the first time around seven months ago. He would call home and speak about adjusting to work and life abroad, including the challenges of outdoor work. Abdul Rafiq is survived by his wife, Raziya Begum, and their young daughter, Rida Fathima. His family and villagers remember him as a warm and helpful person. His father, Abdul Rahan, who had lost two other children in a road accident in Telangana in 2015, said the latest tragedy has left the family struggling to rebuild life once again. Families in UP Recall Unfinished Dreams In Uttar Pradesh, the visits covered the families of Abdul Rasheed Zakir Husain, 38, from Kopaganj in Mau district, Markandey Chauhan Bhajjan Chauhan, 39, from Khurahat in Mau district, and Mohammad Saqib Liyaqat Ali, 31, from Sahaspur in Bijnor district. In Khurahat, Mau, Markandey’s family recalled his long years of work in the Gulf and his dreams for his children. He is survived by his wife, Sarswati Devi, and three children, including 17-year-old Ankita Chauhan, who recently completed Grade 12. During the visit, Dr. Shamsheer, Founder and Chairman of VPS Health , connected with the family over a video call. When Ankita shared that she wished to pursue BSc Nursing, Dr. Shamsheer said, “ We will support you to complete your education. Study well and complete the course. We will be happy to bring you here after that. Markandey ji will be remembered every day through you .” At Kopaganj, Abdul Rasheed’s family said he had left home exactly two months before the news of the accident reached them. He is survived by his wife, Farida Khatoon, and three young daughters. “He had told us this would be his last journey abroad to find a job, and that once he returned, he would not go again,” said Mohammed Aamir, his wife’s brother. The family said Abdul Rasheed wanted to educate his children and improve the small house in which they currently live. In Sahaspur, Bijnor, Mohammad Saqib’s family said he had gone to Dubai for the first time around eight months ago after working as an aluminium fabricator. He hoped to support his mother and sisters and stayed on despite challenges, hoping the UAE would help him build stability for the family. The support also reached Sri Lanka, where a representative from Dr. Shamsheer’s office traveled from Colombo to Mullaitivu district to meet the family of Samuvel Rengasami, 34, the sole breadwinner of his family. He is survived by his wife, Rajarathnaraja Jeevarani, and a young daughter. Nine Injured Workers Also Receive Financial Assistance Financial support has also been extended to the nine injured survivors in coordination with the workers’ employer, with the amount distributed based on the severity of their injuries and recovery needs. Among the injured survivors, eight are Indian nationals, including three from Uttar Pradesh, two from Rajasthan, and one each from Kerala, Telangana, and Bihar. One injured worker is a Nepali national. Four of them received the amount in the UAE, while three others who are currently in India have had the support transferred to their accounts. Two critically injured workers, who are still undergoing treatment at a hospital in Dubai, have also received the support in their accounts.
Prashant Kishor enters Bankipur bypoll race
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor will contest the Bankipur Assembly by-election, calling it a referendum on the popularity of the BJP-led government in Bihar.
EOU arrests constable in paper leak case
PK to fight Bankipur bypoll, says election a referendum on Samrat govt
Patna youth dies after falling from roof; another shot at in suspected love dispute
Urban issues shape mood in Bankipur as byelection looms
Protest in Nawada after boys body found with eyes gouged out
Three days on, accused on the run in Siwan worker murder case
Newlywed couple among 3 die as SUV rams into truck in Bhojpur
HC order leads to new rules for small hospitals
Deputy CM stresses empathy, communication in healthcare
Govt eyes 20L jobs through eco-tourism promotion, identifies 50 new sites in state
Samrat reviews AIIMS-Patna expansion, healthcare services
Lalu questions poll results, alleges misuse of institutions
115 snatching cases in two months keep Patna cops on toes
Body of poultry shop owner found in Munger
Hit by car, tea seller dies; drunk driver arrested
JD(U) minister assures justice to Bhojpur encounter victims family
PMCs Rs200-cr municipal bond plan to fund New Market revamp, vending zones
Watch | Prashant Kishor: Bankipore bypoll win can revive Bihars politics of change
Education minister to study Kota coaching model
It Feels Weird: England's Youngest Player's Thoughts After Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's India Debut
At just 15 years and 99 days old, the prodigious batter from Bihar's Samastipur became India's youngest-ever international debutant
TET Paper Leak Case Details Will Soon Be Revealed : Maharashtra Minister Bhoyar
SIT team probing the case uncovered an inter-state network and identified a resident of Bihar as the alleged mastermind behind the scam.
Prashant Kishor To Contest Bankipur Bypoll in Bihar
Kishor announced his decision to contest the seat, which has fallen vacant upon the resignation of BJP president Nitin Nabin, who is now a Rajya Sabha MP
Prashant Kishor to contest Bihar's Bankipur assembly bypoll on Jan Suraaj Party ticket
Prashant Kishor's Suraaj Party has nominated him as their candidate for the upcoming July 30 Bankipur assembly by-election in Bihar. This move comes after the seat was vacated by BJP's Nitin Nabin. The Janata Janshakti Dal has also put forward its candidate, while the BJP is reportedly considering several local leaders. Kishor's party faced a setback in the 2025 assembly elections.
Prashant Kishor to make electoral debut, Jan Suraaj fields him for Bankipur by-election
Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, will contest the July 30 Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar, marking his electoral debut. This move comes as a significant challenge to the BJP's long-held stronghold. Kishor views the bypoll as a referendum on the current state government, actively campaigning to amplify people-centric issues. The BJP remains confident of retaining the seat.
Bihar UGEAC 2026 round 1 seat allotment result out; check steps to download here
Bihar UGEAC 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results are out on bcece.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can check their status using JEE Main 2026 ranks and filled choices. Those allotted seats must complete admission formalities, including fee payment and document verification, between July 7 and July 9, 2026. Round 2 results are expected on July 17, with a mop-up round to follow if vacancies persist.
Bihar UGEAC Round 1 Seat Allotment 2026 Out, Check College Allocation Here
Bihar UGEAC Round 1 Seat Allotment 2026 has been released. Check the college allotment result, important counselling dates, download steps and the next admission process here.
Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online For 3,687 Teaching Posts
Bihar Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 applications are open for 3,687 posts. Check the eligibility criteria, required documents and application process before applying online.
BSUSC has started the online application process for 3,687 contractual Assistant Professor posts across 10 state universities and 211 Rajkiya Degree Colleges in Bihar. Applications can be submitted through the HED Bihar Samarth portal until July 15, 2026, without any application fee. The recruitment covers six arts and humanities subjects. Eligible candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualifications, age criteria and examination requirements. Interviews, merit list publication and final college allotment will follow the notified recruitment schedule.
Weather Today and Tomorrow: India braces for intense monsoon activity on July 5-6, with extremely heavy rainfall predicted for western and central regions. Mumbai and surrounding areas are under a red alert. Northern, eastern, and northeastern states will also see widespread showers, while hill states face landslide and flash flood risks. Residents are urged to stay updated and avoid travel during heavy downpours.
Bihar to set up NITI Aayog-like commission for long-term development vision
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced the formation of a NITI Aayog-like commission to craft a long-term development vision for the state. This body will monitor schemes, enhance inter-departmental coordination, and offer policy advice. Choudhary stressed the need for effective implementation and tangible outcomes, urging officials to develop district-specific budgets and an online portal for public representatives to track scheme progress. The goal is a 'developed Bihar' by 2037.
Sooryavanshi surpasses Tendulkar to become Indias youngest intl debutant
Manchester, July 4: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old boy wonder from Bihars Samastipur district, on Saturday became Indias youngest debutant in international cricket surpassing the legendary SachinTendulkar who held the record for nearly 37 years. The contrast in eras and personalities could not be starker though. At 16 years and 205 days, Tendulkar walked into the []
WBAM sees off Wheelchair Basketball player I Ritu for CWG
The Wheelchair Basketball Association Manipur WBAM functionaries, family members and well wishers today saw off State athletes Irengbam Ritu Chanu, who is set to represent India in the 3x3 Wheelchair Basketball event in Commonwealth Games to be hosted in Glasgow Ritu is set to become the first State athlete to compete in disabilities sports in a commonwealth games She will join pre competition training due to be held from July 20 to 21 at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Training Centre for Disabilities Sports in Gwalior before heading to Scotland, said WBAM in a press release WBAM also extended best wishes to Ritu and prayed for her wellbeing and success at the competition, it said WBAM president L Dhaneshwor Singh has been bearing major responsibility towards Ritu's preparation for the event, said WBAM while drawing the attention of Chief Minister to provide possible assistance from his end Source The Sangai Express
Bihar to set up 100 fast track courts
The Chief Minister asserted that the states judiciary, police, and administration bear the major responsibility in delivering justice to a population of over 14 crores representing approximately 10% of the countrys total population.
Celebratory firing death: Bihar BJP MLA gets 4-yr jail
PTI New Delhi A Delhi court on Saturday sentenced Bihar BJP MLA Raju Kumar Singh to simple imprisonment for four years for the death of a woman in celebratory firing in 2018, with the judgeslamming gun culture and saying we need neither a Singham nor a Pushpa in a state governed by the rule of []
Chirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) eyes Uttar Pradesh polls
Union minister Chirag Paswan is set to address party workers in Lucknow, marking a significant shift from Bihar for his father's birth anniversary commemoration. This move underscores LJP (Ram Vilas)'s ambition to contest the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly elections as part of the NDA. The party aims to consolidate the Pasi-Paswan community's voter base, estimated at 9.5%, in favour of the ruling alliance, expanding its influence beyond Bihar.
Indian legal system lacks ancient wisdom: Ex-Karnataka CM
Bankipur and Datia set for high-profile bypoll contests
The Election Commission has announced bypolls for assembly seats in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat, with nominations closing July 15 and polling on July 30. The Bankipur seat in Bihar is a key contest, potentially seeing electoral debut of Prashant Kishor against the BJP. In Madhya Pradesh, the Datia seat is up for grabs after a Congress MLA's conviction, with both parties aiming to secure it.
